7 must-dos in Swansea this Christmas
Nov 25, 2021
We have selected some of the best upcoming calendar events and hotspots throughout December to give you the best Christmas that Swansea has to offer. For a tropical Christmas, or elf spotting, or handmade doughnuts, our Swansea businesses have jam-packed this winter season with festive activities for everyone.
Plantasia
Jingle Bells… Jungle Cells!
“Poor Santa’s been locked up for crimes against Selfies!”
Visit Plantasia Tropical Zoo for a tropical Christmas, following fun and festive trails to receive top tips from the amazing animals on how to take a nice selfie. Visit Santa in the jungle to teach him all the tips you have learnt. Receive a gift in return for your visit and don’t forget to upload your selfie photo to the Facebook competition to see if you can get Get Santa Outta There in time for Christmas Eve!
Every Sunday 10am to 5pm until 19th December
The Cwtch
Festive winter warmers
Local and independently run café and bar in Swansea city centre The Cwtch has joined in with the festivities. Drop in for a festive hot drink – this winter they are serving delicious treats such as their S’mores Hot Chocolates and Toffee Nut Crème Brulée Lattes, as well as specialty doughnuts.
Open 9am to 4pm Monday – Saturday
National Waterfront Museum
Christmas Trail
The Waterfront Christmas Trail includes eight different Christmas characters each with a question. Invite the family to have a wander around the museum filled with cutting edge interactive technology, and dive into Welsh history with some additional festive fun.
10am to 4pm December 4th – 31st December
Crazy Baker
Christmas Doughnut Range
The Crazy Baker Christmas range will be coming soon, with tasty handmade filled doughnuts. Grab a coffee and a winter themed doughnut to enjoy strolling around the Quadrant shops and city centre Christmas market.
The Quadrant
Win with Quin – the Quadrant’s giant elf on the shelf
This year in Swansea, Quin the Quadrant Elf is making an appearance. Spot the mischievous elf – who explores the centre at night and hides in shops during the day. Take the best Quin selfie and be in with a chance to win £100 to spend at a Quadrant store of your choice. Share your selfie on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram, tagging the Quadrant using the hashtag #WinWithQuin.
Waterfront Winterland
It wouldn’t be Christmas in Swansea without this hub of festive bliss! Enjoy a drink at the Alpine Bar, grab your skates and hit the ice or see the whole of Swansea from the 33m high, observation wheel! If you didn’t feel Christmassy already, you definitely will after paying the Winterland a visit!
Christmas Market
Wander around the magical world of local makers, crafters and food hubs at the Swansea Christmas Market. Find unique gifts, made locally and take in the smell of chestnuts roasting on an open fire, and bratwurst sausages sizzling on an open grill. A trip to the market will make you feel warm inside even on the coldest of days.
